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Obituary: Leonard C. “Lenny” Jackson, 83, Carthage
Published: June 01, 2025
By: Provided by Scanlon Funeral Home
Leonard C. “Lenny” Jackson
 CARTHAGE, NY- Leonard C. “Lenny” Jackson, 83, passed away
Wednesday evening, May 28, 2025 at his home in
Carthage.
Born October 23rd, 1941 in
Beaver Falls, NY to Ralph and Marie (Thesier) Jackson, Lenny grew up on the
family farm with his brother Gary, on Jackson Lane. There were many stories of his childhood
and working on the farm, alongside his father.
Lenny graduated from Beaver River High School in
1959, and then served in the Army Reserves,
Lenny married Nancy A. Lyndaker daughter of the late
Peter J. and Genevieve Lyndaker, on August 31st, 1963
at St. Stephen’s Church in Croghan.
The couple resided in the village of Carthage for many years, where
they raised their children, Dennis and Cheryl, and eventually moved to
their home on the Texas Road. They
also owned a camp on Lake Bonaparte, where they developed lifelong
friendships, memories and great times at “the lake”. Nancy passed away on March 22nd, 2021,
and Lenny continued to maintain their home until his passing.
Lenny was a “jack of all trades” and worked part time
carpentry, but his lifelong devotion of work was for the James River Paper
Corporation (previously Crown Zellerbach). He had an unmatched work ethic, was
recognized and received promotions and accolades for his accomplishments
and hard work. He retired as
Maintenance Superintendent, and in retirement, enjoyed hunting, trap
shooting, watching NASCAR and was an avid NY Yankees fan. He was very proud
of shooting an 8-point buck, just last Fall with his hunting companions
Steve Miller and Mark Clarke. Lenny
loved nothing more than having “bragging rights” when it came to almost any
sport or card game.
Lenny is survived by his son Dennis (Julie) Jackson,
Carthage, his daughter Cheryl Schroy (fiancée Allen Bango) of
Harrisville. He is also survived by
his grandchildren Genevieve “Genna” (Robert) Grimm, Zachary Jackson, Dylan
(Paige) Schroy, Joshua Jackson; his sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Joyce
Jackson, Genie and Louise Lyndaker, Marietta Virkler, and Beverly Bush, and
his beloved pup “Lola”. In addition,
he has five great grandchildren. He
was predeceased by his beloved wife Nancy, his brother Gary Jackson, brothers
and sisters-in-law, William and Audrey Lyndaker, Arnie and Carolyn
Lyndaker, Paul and Elaine Thayer and brother-in-law Elwood Virkler.
He was a member of the Croghan American Legion, the
Carthage Elks Lodge 1762, the Carthage Rod & Gun Club, Carthage Fire
Department, and the Spring Pond Hunting Club where he spent many a hunting
season with great friends. He not
only hunted, but also spent time cooking, and was the treasurer of the
club.
Calling hours will be held at Scanlon Funeral Home,
9791 Main St., Croghan, NY, on Wednesday, June 4th from 4:00 - 7:00pm. A funeral mass of Christian Burial will
take place on Thursday, June 5th at 10:30am at St. Stephens Church, 9748
Main St., Croghan.
Memorial contributions may be made to either St.
Stephen’s Church or to the Croghan American Legion Post 1664.
Food donations for a luncheon after the funeral will
be accepted at the American Legion in Croghan. Donations in Leonard’s name may be made
to either St. Stephens’ Church in Croghan, or to the American Legion in Croghan.
Memories and condolences at www.scanlonfuneral.com
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